Best Penn State Football by Tom Podcasts (2025)

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Lane Kiffin's "clown move" leaving Ole Miss for LSU, Chiefs & Eagles struggle | 12.01 53:30

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Bomani Jones kicks off the show by breaking down Lane Kiffin's "clown move", leaving Ole Miss to become the head coach at LSU. He explains why this is typical behavior for Kiffin and why both he and LSU may have made a mistake with this move. Later, he reacts to the Cowboys beating the Chiefs on Thanksgiving and the Bears beating the Eagles on Blac…

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Penn State vs Rutgers Recap 33:13

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan recap of Penn State's 40-36 shootout victory vs Rutgers! PSU improves to 6-6 and becomes bowl eligible to cap off a tumultuous regular season. What does the future hold for the Nittany Lions and the search for their next head coach? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-s…

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Penn State vs Rutgers Preview 33:40

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan preview Penn State (5-6, 2-6) vs Rutgers (5-6, 2-6) this Saturday at 3:30pm ET on BTN! Can PSU win it’s third straight Big Ten game and become bowl eligible? Plus, more on the head coach situation, and the future of Nittany Lion football. Visit bleav.com/shows/stat…

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Joel Anderson on Lane Kiffin's Ole Miss Problem, Ohio State MUST-WIN vs. Michigan, Texas vs. Texas A&M | 11.25 1:01:38

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The Ringer's Joel Anderson joins Bomani Jones. First, they break down Lane Kiffin's continued flirtation with LSU & Florida and discuss the real reason he might be looking to leave Ole Miss. Later, they break down Ryan Day's chances of breaking his 4-game losing streak to Michigan and debate whether Ohio State fans would rather beat Michigan or rep…

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Senior Day Sendoff: Nebraska Recap & Rutgers Look-Ahead 2:14:15

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Tom & Andy discuss PSU's dominant 37-10 win vs. Nebraska team and look ahead to their final game against Rutgers, with a win enabling them to reach .500 for the season and give them bowl eligibility. They also address Franklin's recent hiring at Virginia Tech and the excitement around Terry Smith as a candidate for Penn State. Plus, Mailbag and Ten…

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Shedeur Sanders mania begins, Lane Kiffin's decision, Zohran outsmarts Trump | 11.24 54:17

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In this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones breaks down the beginning of "Shedeur Mania" after Shedeur Sanders led the Cleveland Browns to a win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Later, he discusses the Eagles shocking loss to the Dallas Cowboys and other storylines following week 12 of NFL action. Finally, he reacts to the reports of Lane Kiffin's "…

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Penn State vs Nebraska Recap 39:58

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan recap Penn State’s 37-10 win vs Nebraska! On an emotional Senior Night, Interim HC Terry Smith kept PSU on track towards bowl eligibility while Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton etched their names in the history books forever. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state fo…

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Nate Tice on Shedeur Sanders to Start, Chiefs' last chance vs. Colts, Packers on the ropes | 11.21 55:53

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Nate Tice of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss Shedeur Sanders' making his debut start against the Las Vegas Raiders and why they believe he needs to get out of Cleveland to have any shot at NFL success. Later, they break down the Chiefs taking on the Indianapolis Colts and who they think has the edge in that AFC matchup. Finally…

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LeBron's Bizarre relationship with the Lakers, how will his time in Los Angeles end? | 11.19 51:16

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Bomani Jones is joined by Yaron Weitzman, author of "A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers" They explore the challenges of writing the book, the dynamics within the Lakers organization, and the impact of key figures like Magic Johnson and Rob Pelinka. The conversation delves into LeBron's leadership style, the tensions with …

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Penn State vs Nebraska Preview 34:47

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan preview Penn State (4-6, 1-6) vs Nebraska (7-3, 4-3) this Saturday at 7pm ET on NBC! The Nittany Lions look to keep their bowl hopes alive after scoring their first Power 4 win of the year against Michigan State. Can the White Out atmosphere on Senior Day help topp…

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James Franklin to Virginia Tech 11:22

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan react to Virginia Tech hiring James Franklin, and the ongoing Penn State football head coach search. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple Podcas…

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Jason A. England on The Impact of 1995 on Hip-Hop: A Deep Dive into the Evolution of Rap | 11.18 59:57

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Cultural critic Jason A. England joins Bomani Jones to discuss 1995, one of the most pivotal years in the evolution of hip-hop. They highlight how regions like New York, Houston, and California each developed distinct styles and sounds, and how regional diversity enabled rich cultural exchange, as fans eagerly explored the unique flavors of rap fro…

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Land Grant Glory: Michigan State Recap & Nebraska Look-Ahead 2:13:34

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Tom & Andy relish Penn State's first win in more than two months, and the first ever for interim coach Terry Smith. Then they look ahead to the final home game of the season against a tough Nebraska team. Plus, Ten Second Takes and a look inside the Mailbag

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Broncos beat Chiefs, Eagles take down Lions, Shedeur Sanders struggles | 11.17 1:00:31

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Bomani Jones reacts to the Denver Broncos beating the Kansas City Chiefs & the Philadelphia Eagles beating the Detroit Lions. Later, he discusses the Los Angeles Rams taking down the Seattle Seahawks and why he doesn't feel confident in any of the quarterbacks in the NFC. Finally, he discusses Shedeur Sanders' poor performance, Alabama losing to Ok…

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Penn State vs Michigan State Recap 32:33

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Jarrett Bailey recap Penn State's 28-10 win vs Michigan State! The Nittany Lions finally captured their first Power 4 and Big Ten win of the season in East Lansing. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes o…

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A.J. Brown's fair complaints, Sean McDermott's hot seat, Ja Morant's absurd behavior | 11.14 52:23

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Bomani Jones reacts to A.J. Brown's recent comments and explains why he believes his complaints about the Eagles' offense are fair. Later, he previews an incredible week of NFL action and asks if Sean McDermott might be on the hot seat if the Bills have a poor finish to their season. Finally, he reacts to a few storylines in the NBA, including Ja M…

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Shannon Penn on Giants in Shambles, Russell Wilson's HOF case, Nico Harrison's bizarre racism | 11.12 1:05:03

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Bomani Jones is joined by his former ESPN radio producer Shannon Penn. First, they discuss the Giants firing Brian Daboll & making the move to start Jameis Winston at quarterback. They also debate whether or not Russell Wilson has played himself out of the Hall of Fame over the latter stages of his career. Later, they break down the Mavericks' firi…

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Penn State vs Michigan State Preview 28:57

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan preview Penn State (3-6, 0-6) vs Michigan State (9-0, 6-0). After a heartbreaking last-minute loss to Indiana, did PSU find enough answers to secure its first Power 4 victory of the year this Saturday in East Lansing? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more i…

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Giants fire Brian Daboll, Mavericks FIRE Nico Harrison, Brian Kelly-LSU drama | 11.11 59:16

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Bomani Jones kicks off the show by reacting to the New York Giants firing Brian Daboll. He discusses why they had to make the move to save rookie Quarterback Jaxson Dart and asks if the Giants have become the New York Jets. Next, he discusses the recent gambling scandals in Major League Baseball and why both the league and Sportsbooks are responsib…

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And So It Goes: Indiana Recap & Michigan State Look-Ahead 2:17:22

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Tom & Andy lament a sixth straight loss for Penn State, while noting some positives in a valiant performance against the #2 team in the country. Then they talk about hope for a long-awaited win against Michigan State. Plus Tom's Ten-Second Takes and an unexpected rant on college football's latest financing scheme.…

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NFL Week 10 reaction, Trump does play-by-play, Outkast Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction | 11.10 53:26

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Bomani Jones starts the show by explaining why he believes the Seattle Seahawks & the Los Angeles Rams have proven to be the two best teams in the NFL this season. Later, he breaks down Josh Allen's struggles vs. the Dolphins, Drake Maye's performance vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers & Caleb Williams' toughness in a win over the New York Giants. Finall…

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Penn State vs Indiana Recap 27:09

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Jarrett Bailey recap Penn State's heartbreaking 27-24 loss to No. 2 Indiana. The Nittany Lions had a late lead, but could not hang on against the Hoosiers in the final minutes. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. Ne…

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Domonique Foxworth on Daniel Jones' Resurgence, Kyler's benching, Tom Brady cloning his dog | 11.07 56:35

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Bomani Jones is joined by ESPN's Domonique Foxworth for another edition of Foxworth Friday. They begin by discussing the Indianapolis Colts and give a unique reason for the success of Daniel Jones this season. Later, they react to Kyler Murray being shelved by the Arizona Cardinals and the progress represented by Jacoby Brissett being his "blackup"…

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Roy Wood gets real about fatherhood, comedy journey & cancel culture | 11.05 1:01:49

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Roy Wood joins Bomani Jones to discuss his new book. "Man of Many Fathers". Roy kicks off the show by describing his ideal cohosts for his CNN show and explaining the motivations behind his new memoir. Roy describes the lessons he learned from his job, his father's own shortcomings, and the lessons he wants to pass down to his own son. He then deta…

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Kid Mero on Zohran Mamdani's rise, Eric Adams' hilarious scandals, Knicks check in | 11.04 48:19

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Bomani Jones is joined by Kid Mero, of 7 PM in Brooklyn to discuss the New York City's mayor's race, including the unprecedented rise of Zohran Mamdini & Andrew Cuomo's bizarre pierced nipple. Later, they reflect on Eric Adams' WILD 4 years in office and do a quick check in about the New York Knicks. 03:00 - The rise of Zohran Mamdani 11:00 - Eric …

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Penn State vs Indiana Preview 24:08

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan preview Penn State (3-5, 0-5) vs No. 2 Indiana (9-0, 6-0). PSU is seeking its first Power 4 victory of the year, but runs into a Top 2 team in the country for the second week in a row. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other…

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Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Ohio State Recap & Indiana Preview 2:10:09

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Tom & Andy recap Penn State's loss against #1 Ohio State and look ahead to another tough matchup, this time with #2 Indiana. Plus, Tom gives his ten-second takes on the weekends headlines and open the mailbag.

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Bills Beat Chiefs, Dodgers win all-time World Series, Auburn fires Hugh Freeze | 11.03 57:28

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Bomani Jones kicks off the show by reacting to an explosive week 9 of NFL action, including the Bills beating the Chiefs and whether it matters long term, and the insane ending to the Bengals-Bears game. Later, he talks about an insane Game 7 of the World Series between the Dodgers and Blue Jays and how it helped him rekindle his love of baseball. …

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Penn State vs Ohio State Recap 26:46

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon and Tom recap Penn State’s 38-14 loss vs Ohio State. After an encouraging first half, PSU just could not keep up with the No. 1 team in the country. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week …

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Danny Parkins on LSU's absurd coaching search, Chiefs vs. Bills, Austin Reaves hype with Lakers | 10.31 58:36

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Danny Parkins of First Things First joins Bomani Jones to break down the Louisiana governor's comments about replacing former LSU football coach Brian Kelly. Later, they preview the upcoming matchup between the Chiefs and the Bills and discuss whether or not Josh Allen is the second-best quarterback in the league. Finally, they touch on Austin Reav…

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Penn State vs Ohio State Preview 31:32

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Nittany Lion legend Deon Butler joins Tom Hannifan to preview Penn State (3-4, 0-4) vs No. 1 Ohio State (7-0, 4-0) this Saturday at 12pm ET live on FOX. The guys are joined by Ohio State greats Chimdi Chekwa and Bryant Browning from "Bleav in Buckeyes" for some insight on PSU vs OSU. Visit ble…

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College Football chaos, Sports media's gambling obsession, Deion Sanders' done? | 10.29 1:04:28

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The Ringer's Joel Anderson joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss the run of firings in college football and whether LSU made a mistake by getting rid of Brian Kelly. Later, they discuss the NBA's gambling scandal and whether sports media are equipped to cover the current crisis. Finally, they ask if Deion Sanders will remain at Colorado after thi…

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The Future of Penn State Football (w/ Thomas Frank Carr) 38:25

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by @FanDuel, Tom is joined by Thomas Frank Carr of On3’s Blue White Illustrated to discuss the future of Penn State football. What light can T-Frank shed on the Nittany Lions for the remainder of the 2025 season and beyond? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show (@Bleav), an…

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Shohei Ohtani & Wembanyama's monster games. Is LSU the best college football job? | 10.28 55:05

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Bomani Jones reacts to the monster performances from Shohei Ohtani and Victor Wembanyama on Monday night. Later, he discusses why almost every college football coaching job is no fun anymore. Finally, he reacts to the Chiefs beating the Commanders on Monday Night Football, Trump demolishing the East Wing of the White House, and much more! 00:30 - S…

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Halloween in the Horseshoe: Ohio State Look-Ahead 2:06:41

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The boys are back at it after the bye week to preview Penn State's toughest game of the season. Can the Nittany Lions conjure some Halloween magic and pull off the upset? Plus, they recap the best college football games of the weekend with Tom's Ten-Second Takes.

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LSU fires Brian Kelly, NBA Gambling scandal reexamined, Packers take down Steelers | 10.27 57:41

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Bomani Jones reacts to LSU moving on from Brian Kelly and breaks down who could be the next coach in Baton Rouge. Later, he discusses the NBA's response to the FBI's arrests last week and why they have to take this issue seriously. Finally, he talks about the Steelers' loss to the Green Bay Packers, Deion Sanders & Colorado getting blown out by Col…

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Pat Forde on Chauncey Billups Gambling Scandal, College Football Coaching Chaos | 10.24 52:08

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Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss the recent arrests of Chauncey Billups & Terry Rozier, and how there are likely more gambling scandals coming down the pipe. Later, they discuss the latest in the College Football coaching carousel. Will Lane Kiffin take the job at Florida or stay at Ole Miss? And will LSU, USC…

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Vinnie Goodwill on Knicks' title chances, Can Nuggets dethrone Thunder? Lakers Expectations | 10.22 1:04:55

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Bomani Jones is joined by Vinnie Goodwill, who recently joined ESPN. They preview the upcoming 2025-26 NBA season, starting with the New York Knicks and their championship aspirations and how they will fare against the rest of the Eastern Conference. Later, they discuss the Western Conference and whether the Rockets or Nuggets have the best chance …

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The Aftermath - Penn State fires James Franklin (w/ Mike Poorman) 28:04

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Tom is joined by Mike Poorman of StateCollege.com to discuss the aftermath from Penn State firing James Franklin. What did PSU show us on the field vs Iowa? What really happened this summer with Franklin’s contract? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and oth…

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Hawkeye Heartbreak: Iowa Recap 2:07:53

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Tom & Andy discuss Penn State's first game after Franklin's firing, in which Penn State suffered their fourth straight loss, their second straight by one point. Plus Tom gives his ten-second takes on college football headlines, and they open the mailbag once more.

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NFL Week 7 reaction, Billy Napier fired by Florida, Shoeni Ohtani vs. Barry Bonds | 10.20 1:04:41

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Bomani Jones starts the show by reacting to a crazy week 7 of NFL action, highlights by an insane game between the New York Giants & the Denver Broncos. Later, he discusses Florida's decision to fire Billy Napier and what it could mean for college football as a whole. Finally, he reacts to Shoeni Ohtani's insane game 4 of the NLCS, Anthony Edwards'…

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Penn State vs Iowa Recap 27:47

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Tom recaps Penn State’s 25-24 loss vs Iowa. The Nittany Lions played hard, but the deficiencies at quarterback and the run defense ultimately led to PSU’s fourth consecutive loss. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of…

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Reaction to James Franklin on ESPN College GameDay 56:37

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel⁩, Tom reacts to former Penn State head football coach James Franklin's comments on ESPN College GameDay. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever …

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Diante Lee on Eagles' ongoing issues, Jaguars' Travis Hunter Mistake, Lions vs. Baker Mayfield | 10.17 57:47

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Diante Lee of The Ringer joins Bomani Jones to discuss an upcoming week 7 of NFL action. First, they break down the ongoing issues with the Philadelphia Eagles ahead of their matchup with the Minnesota Vikings. Later, they discuss how NFL coaches never know when to fire their coaches and if it is time to believe in Daniel Jones and the Indianapolis…

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Penn State vs Iowa Preview 24:00

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by @FanDuel, Tom previews Penn State (3-3, 0-3) vs Iowa (4-2, 2-1) tomorrow night in Iowa City at 7pm ET live on Peacock! Can PSU pick itself back up after the firing of James Franklin and three straight losses? Will interim head coach Terry Smith and first time starting QB Ethan Grunkemeyer be able to ov…

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Nick Wright on Chiefs Super Bowl chances, Nick Saban to Penn State, Josh Allen issues | 10.15 58:38

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Nick Wright, co host of "First Things First" joins Bomani Jones to discuss a wide array of football topics. First, they break down the Chiefs beating the Lions and discuss whether both teams are equipped for a Super Bowl run this season. Later, they discuss Baker Mayfield's incredible start to the NFL season and why he's making a legitimate case fo…

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Penn State Head Coach Search 32:50

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Tom addresses the future of Penn State football. Who are the viable candidates to be the next head coach? What does the program need to change from the James Franklin era? Can Terry Smith and QB Ethan Grunkemeyer pick up the team against Iowa this Saturday? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state…

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Bills lose to Falcons, Penn State's next coach, Bad Bunny Super Bowl "controversy" | 10.14 50:40

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Bomani Jones starts off today's show by reacting to the Monday Night Football game between the Falcons and the Bills, and concludes that there is not yet a dominant team in the NFL. Later, he discusses his continuing fascination with the Penn State-James Franklin story and decides he already knows who Franklin's replacement will be. Finally, he bre…

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Franklin Fired: Northwestern Fallout 2:10:33

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Tom & Andy react to the dramatic midseason firing of head coach James Franklin following the team's unprecedented 3-game collapse in a season with championship expectations. Then, they go to the mailbag to hear the questions and comments from the BWB community, and conclude with a preview of the upcoming game at Iowa.…

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James Franklin FIRED by Penn State, Tua gets "too honest", LeBron James out a month | 10.13 1:01:08

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Bomani Jones starts the show by reacting to Penn State firing James Franklin. He discusses what this means for Franklin, Penn State, and college football as a whole. Later, he discusses a jam-packed week 6 of NFL action, including the Chiefs beating the Lions, Baker's continued great run of football, and Tua getting a little honest after the Dolphi…

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